Paediatric arrhythmias: pathophysiology, types and pharmaceutical management While many arrhythmias in children are harmless, it is vital to distinguish between the different types to ensure that potentially harmful ones are identified early and treatment plans are optimised for the patient.…
Test your knowledge of infectious diseases Assess your knowledge of infectious disease topics, from flu to antimicrobial resistance, in this CPD and learning quiz.…
How to identify and manage prolonged acute and chronic cough in pre-school children Pharmacists should be able to select the correct management approach to children presenting with cough, and identify when symptoms warrant further investigation.…
Best practice for medicines use in neonates An overview of pharmacokinetic and pharmacodynamic considerations when treating neonates, and the impacts on drug absorption, metabolism and elimination.…
Juvenile idiopathic arthritis: recognition, diagnosis and conventional pharmacological management Juvenile idiopathic arthritis is the most common chronic childhood rheumatic disease. Pharmacists are a vital part of the multidisciplinary team and should be aware of the considerations for pharmacological management.…
Declining use of sodium valproate linked to fall in birth defects among children, study results show Children exposed to levetiracetam, oxcarbazepine and lamotrigine in the womb had the lowest prevalence of major congenital malformations.…
Respiratory syncytial virus in children A common cause of respiratory tract infection in children, respiratory syncytial virus has similar features to other viral illnesses. Pharmacists therefore need to know how to recognise differential diagnoses and when it is appropriate to refer.…
Improving asthma care for children and young people Considerations for pharmacists in helping young patients manage their asthma.…
Transition of care for young people moving to adult healthcare services Moving to adult care services can be an unsettling time for paediatric patients. A well thought out transition plan is needed to ensure young people remain engaged and take ownership of their health.…
NHS to start routinely offering blindness drug to premature babies Treatment with ranibizumab, which is administered using a precision injection system, would begin two or three days after diagnosis of retinopathy of prematurity.…
